Splashbacks are the smallest line item in a kitchen budget and the loudest visual statement. Across Adelaide, splashback choice typically represents 3-8% of the total kitchen budget. This guide compares all the options.
$300 - $500 per square metre
Painted acrylic sheet or mirror panel. The cheapest splashback option. Suits investment property kitchens and budget renovations.
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$250 - $700 per square metre
Subway tile, mosaic, feature tile, large-format tile. Traditional Adelaide cottage and contemporary looks alike.
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Out of scope
$450 - $750 per square metre
Toughened glass painted on the back. Seamless, easy to clean, custom colour-matched.
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$700 - $1,400 per square metre
Engineered or natural stone matching the benchtop. The current Adelaide premium choice.
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| Item | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway tile splashback (typical 5sqm kitchen splashback) | $1,250 | $2,000 | $3,500 |
| Feature tile splashback (5sqm) | $2,000 | $3,200 | $5,500 |
| Glass splashback (5sqm) | $2,250 | $2,900 | $3,750 |
| Stone slab splashback (5sqm) | $3,500 | $5,000 | $7,000 |
Acrylic at $300-$500 per square metre installed. Mirror panels at $350-$550. These are the budget options for investment properties and tight-budget renovations.
Glass is easier to clean (no grout) and gives a seamless modern look. Tile gives texture, character, and a traditional Adelaide feel. The choice usually follows the kitchen aesthetic: glass for contemporary, tile for shaker or heritage.
Yes. Stone slab splashbacks book-matched with the benchtop are the current Adelaide premium choice. The technique cuts adjacent slabs so veining flows from bench up the wall. Cost premium over a standard splashback is $1,800-$3,500.
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